Train for Pastoral Ministry

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A 3-year Bachelor of Theology designed for pastors and ministry leaders already serving in local church contexts worldwide.

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3-YEAR DEGREE TRACK

BACHELOR OF THEOLOGY IN PASTORAL LEADERSHIP

This is a structured, nine-trimester program designed to equip pastors with both theological depth and practical ministry experience.

Each year includes three trimesters, combining:

  • Theology courses
  • Practical ministry training
  • Ongoing apprenticeship

Students participate in live online classes and serve in part-time ministry throughout the program.

Affordable. Accessible. Apprenticeship-Driven.

Built for Real Ministry

Designed to Be Sustainable

$500/month. Often split with your placement church.

Study From Anywhere

Live online classes with pastors from around the world.

Built Around Apprenticeship

Ongoing apprenticeship. Real ministry experience every trimester.

3 Years • 9 Trimesters • 36 Courses

Pastors, directors, creatives, and church leaders serving around the world.

Leaders Formed Through THS


"THS equipped me with the leadership and strategy to grow."


- Bledi
Country Director, Young Life Albania


"THS strengthened my faith and clarified my calling."


- Tabitha
Cinematographer, U.S.A.

 

"During my studies, I learned how to be a servant leader!"

 

- Bishop Boaz
Leader of Maqor International Ministries, Kenya

These are just a few of the leaders shaped through THS.

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You Feel Called.
But You’re Not Sure What’s Next.

In a free 20-minute clarity call, we'll Help You:

  • Clarify if THS is right for you
  • Understand tuition & sponsorship options
  • Build a clear 3-year pathway into pastoral leadership
  • See if pastoral training is your next step
TALK WITH AN ADVISOR

No obligation. Just clarity.

Next cohort begins May 2026.

Trusted by pastors and ministry leaders across 8+ countries.

3-year fully online pastoral training program.

Forming pastors who think biblically, live faithfully, and lead strategically.

The 4 Pillars of Formation at THS

Biblical Foundation

Learn to interpret and teach Scripture with clarity and conviction.

Character Formation

Build integrity and resilience for long-term ministry.

Ministry Strategy

Design and multiply gospel-centered communities that endure.

Cultural Engagement

Engage today’s culture and politics with wisdom and theological clarity.

The Washington Student Achievement Council has determined that THS Academy for Pastoral Leadership qualifies for religious exempt status from the Degree Granting Institutions Act for the following program: Bachelor of Theology in Pastoral Leadership (B.T.). The Council makes no evaluation of the administration, faculty, business practices, financial condition or quality of the offerings by this institution. Any person desiring information about the requirements of the act or the applicability of those requirements to the institution may contact the Council at P.O. Box 43430, Olympia, WA 98504-3430 or by email at degreeauthorization@wsac.wa.gov.

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